Common use of Notice of Readiness Clause in Contracts

Notice of Readiness. In the case of an Ocean Vessel to be loaded, issuance of the Notice of Readiness shall mean that the Ocean Vessel has obtained all requisite governmental approvals, inspections and clearances, including, but not limited to, those required by the U.S. Customs Service and the Immigration and Naturalization Service, and is located at the Berth or Closest Available Anchorage (as defined in Item 16 below), and is ready and suitable in all respects to receive the Cargo in all holds to be loaded and that the User has determined that the Cargo is in a condition satisfactory to the Vessel Party and all regulatory authorities for shipment. User specifically acknowledges that varying temperatures, moisture and weight changes and spontaneous combustion constitute inherent problems associated with the handling of coal, petroleum coke and other Cargo. Prior to Loading or Unloading, User’s surveyor shall determine that the temperature, moisture and condition of the Cargo is satisfactory.